Explore Database Engineer Jobs

Database engineers design, build, and maintain the systems that help organizations store, manage, and access critical information. From optimizing database performance to supporting cloud migrations and data-intensive applications, these professionals make reliable, secure data infrastructure possible. Explore vetted Database Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Database Engineers Do

Database engineers develop and improve database architectures, write and optimize queries, manage data pipelines, and monitor availability and performance. Depending on the organization, they may work with relational or NoSQL databases, cloud data services, distributed systems, and tools for backup, recovery, and data security. They often collaborate with software engineers, data teams, IT, and business stakeholders to turn application and analytics requirements into dependable data solutions.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with SQL and database platforms such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, or MongoDB. Familiarity with cloud providers, data modeling, automation, scripting, performance tuning, high availability, and security practices can also be valuable. Requirements vary by role, but strong problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate technical tradeoffs are important.

Career Paths and Opportunities

Database engineers work across industries including technology, finance, healthcare, retail, and media. Career opportunities may include senior database engineer, database architect, cloud database engineer, data platform engineer, or related infrastructure and data engineering roles. Browse current openings to compare responsibilities, technologies, and compensation, and find a position that matches your experience and goals.

Find Database Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Search Database Engineer jobs to discover roles where you can apply your database expertise, support essential data systems, and grow your career.

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$87K - $101K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing database solutions and support. Contribute to the development and maintenance of SQL Server databases, ensuring data integrity and security while collaboratin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's enhancing functional verification environments by developing new features, ensuring customer configurations clean during regressions, and maintaining high-quality standards in desig...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Contribute to comprehensive systems integration for defense intelligence, ensuring effective architecture from concept through deployment while managing cost, risk, and technical planning to deliver t...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$148K - $246K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative storage solutions for cloud providers, leveraging your deep expertise and collaborative approach to meet evolving customer needs while optimizing performance an...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$148K - $246K *

Join us to architect groundbreaking storage solutions for cloud providers, leveraging industry insights to deliver high-performance, cost-effective products that meet evolving customer needs. Shape th...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Unlock the power of data by leading innovative big data solutions. Drive end-to-end analytics, collaborate with stakeholders, and ensure data quality. Join us to create scalable platforms that enhance...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing efficient database systems and optimizing performance through data modeling and migration initiatives. Collaborate with project teams to enhance systems while ensuring se...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive your career with a role focused on designing and developing applications and integrations, ensuring data integrity, and delivering analytical solutions to meet business needs across various syst...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Transform the future of data solutions by designing and developing applications and integrations that enhance business performance and reporting. Collaborate with leaders to ensure data integrity and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to design and develop applications and integrations, ensuring data integrity and governance while delivering analytical solutions that drive business success and enhance decision-makin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $273K *

Reimagine data engineering strategies to enhance developer productivity. Lead the design of scalable architectures and actionable insights, driving efficiency across teams while collaborating with sta...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Build a robust data management framework to enhance adaptive manufacturing supply chains. Lead the integration and structuring of diverse project data, ensuring quality and usability within the CORE r...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing project delivery and operational excellence. Lead capital and expense projects, collaborating with diverse teams to improve safety, reliability, and profitabi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of data engineering by designing robust ETL pipelines and optimizing databases. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure data accuracy and reliability, while leading projects that enh...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Innovate data solutions by designing and optimizing AWS-based data pipelines for a federal program, transforming critical datasets into an enterprise-level architecture, ensuring high-quality data del...

Washington, DCRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engineer and optimize AWS data pipelines for federal projects, transforming high priority datasets into an enterprise platform that prioritizes scalability, efficiency, and data quality. Collaborate w...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your expertise in PL/SQL to design, develop, and integrate software solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure alignment between data initiatives and business s...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and optimize data pipelines, ensuring reliable data for analytics and reporting. Leverage Microsoft Azure services to enhance data integration and support business intel...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$112K - $135K *

Shape the future of data architecture by leading a team to design, implement, and optimize enterprise data solutions that drive business intelligence, analytics, and compliance in a secure environment...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Champion database excellence by designing, developing, and optimizing SQL Server solutions. Collaborate with application developers to ensure performance and reliability, while maintaining data integr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$127K - $160K *

Engineer scalable cloud platforms by automating processes and enhancing reliability. Collaborate with teams to streamline deployments and ensure secure, resilient infrastructure that meets evolving bu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Transform critical systems by designing and optimizing databases, ensuring data integrity and availability while supporting state agencies in their modernization efforts. Collaborate across platforms...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $227K *

Lead the enterprise data architecture strategy, ensuring scalable, secure, and AI-ready data platforms. Manage a team of data professionals while collaborating with stakeholders to align solutions wit...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining data engineering by designing and maintaining robust data pipelines, ensuring data quality, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable datasets for...

Atlanta, GARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $140K *

Deliver transformative process engineering solutions to enhance Enterprise-level efficiency and ensure seamless integration across project teams, utilizing advanced methodologies and best practices to...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Database Engineer do?question toggle

    A Database Engineer designs, builds, and maintains databases and related data infrastructure. Typical responsibilities include data modeling, query and performance optimization, reliability, security, backups, and supporting applications or analytics.

  • What skills are commonly required for Database Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Common skills include SQL, database design, performance tuning, and experience with platforms such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, Oracle, or MongoDB. Cloud services, scripting, automation, data pipelines, and security knowledge may also be requested.

  • What is the difference between a Database Engineer and a Database Administrator?question toggle

    The roles can overlap. Database Administrators often focus on operating, securing, and maintaining database systems, while Database Engineers may spend more time designing, building, automating, and improving database architectures and data infrastructure.

  • Do Database Engineers need cloud experience?question toggle

    Not every role requires it, but many employers value experience with cloud database services and platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud. Check each job description for the specific technologies and responsibilities.

  • What kinds of Database Engineer jobs can I find on Ladders?question toggle

    You can explore vetted professional Database Engineer opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including roles focused on database development, cloud platforms, performance, architecture, and data infrastructure. Availability and requirements vary by employer.